Modern Xiaomi smartphones, powered by the MIUI shell or the new HyperOS, offer advanced tools to manage wireless connections. Users often face the need to quickly change access points when moving to a new office, visiting friends or buying a new router. The setup process seems simple, but the Chinese manufacturer’s ecosystem has its own nuances that can baffle the inexperienced owner of the gadget.
In this guide, we will take a look at how to connect to a new access point, how to work with hidden networks and how to fix common errors, and not just click buttons, but also understand why a device refuses to connect to the Internet, and how to fix it in minutes.
The stability of the connection depends on the correctness of the entered parameters and the security settings of the router. Please note that when entering a password, the letter register is critical, since the security system is critical. WPA2/WPA3 It's sensitive to the slightest change in symbols. Let's move from theory to practice.
Basic algorithm for connecting to an open and secure network
The first step is always to activate the wireless module. Owners of Redmi and Poco devices need to lower the notification curtain from top to bottom and click on the Wi-Fi icon. If the icon is blue, the module is active and ready to search for available signals in range.
Then you go to the full settings menu for more detailed control. To do this, click and hold your finger on the Wi-Fi icon or go through the Settings → Wi-Fi path. You will see a list of all available networks, sorted by signal level. The access points found usually have a lock icon, if they are password protected.
Select the network name you want (SSID) from the list. The system will automatically open the security key dialog box. Enter the password to make sure there are no additional spaces, and click Connect. If the credentials are correct, the network name will be marked "Connected" and the connection symbol will appear in the status bar.
In some cases, the phone may offer to save a password in your Google or Mi Account account to sync with other devices, a convenient feature that avoids re-entering data on tablets or laptops of the same brand, but if you are in a public place, this option is best avoided for security reasons.
Configuring hidden networks and advanced settings
Not all routers broadcast their name (SSID) on the air. For security reasons, administrators often hide the network and it does not appear in the general list of available connections. To connect to such a point on Xiaomi, you need to manually add a profile.
In the Wi-Fi menu, scroll down to the bottom and select Add Network, where you need to know the exact network name (SSID) and encryption type. WPA/WPA2-Personal is the most common protocol, but enterprise segments can use WEP or Enterprise.
⚠️ Note: When adding a hidden network, make sure you enter a name (SSID) Just like it's set in the router, observing the register of letters.
After entering the data, the phone will begin an active search for a specific SSID. If the signal is stable and the password is correct, the connection will be established. This menu also provides advanced settings, such as proxy or static settings. IP-address, which is often required to work on local corporate networks.
☑️ Data Verification for a Hidden Network
For most home users, it is enough to leave the IP settings in DHCP mode, which allows the router to automatically give the address to the device. Manual setting is rarely required and only if there are specific requirements from the provider or system administrator.
Managing saved profiles and priorities
Xiaomi smartphones remember every network you've ever connected to. This is convenient, but sometimes creates conflicts when the phone tries to cling to a weak neighbor network instead of your powerful one.
Click on the arrow next to the active network name or select "Manage saved networks." Here you will see a complete list of all access points ever used. By clicking on a particular network, you can select the action "Forget the network" or "Change".
- 📡 Autoconnection: You can turn off automatic connection for certain networks so that the phone doesn’t waste battery searching for a familiar but unavailable signal.
- 🗑️ Delete: Forget Network completely erases password and settings, which is useful when changing the password on the router.
- ⚡ Priority: in some versions MIUI Prioritization is possible, although the system relies more on signal strength.
If you change your router password and your phone keeps trying to connect to the old data, you will have an authorization error, in which case you must click "Forget the network" and enter the new password again, otherwise the device will cycle to try to log in, using up the battery.
Why does your phone connect to your neighbor’s Wi-Fi?
Diagnostics and Solving Connection Problems
It's not uncommon for a phone to see the network but not connect to it, and it can be caused by both a software failure on Android and the router settings, and the first thing to do is check if the Internet is working on other devices.
A common problem is overflowing the list DHCP-If you have a limit on the number of devices (e.g. 10 out of 10) connected to the access point, your eleventh phone will not be enough. IP-In this case, rebooting the router will help.
Current routers are dual-band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz). Older Xiaomi models may not see 5 GHz networks, and newer ones may prefer them. If the phone doesn't see your network, check if it's hidden in the 5 GHz band or if a channel that isn't supported in your area is used.
| Type of error | Possible cause | Method of decision |
|---|---|---|
| Wrong password | Error of entry or change of key | Forget the network and re-enter |
| Receipt IP-address... | DHCP failure or overflow | Reboot router and phone |
| No network found. | Hidden SSID or range | Add it manually or get closer |
| Restricted access | There is no Internet service provider | Checking the balance or cable provider |
It's important to distinguish between no internet connection and no router connection. If there's a Wi-Fi icon but the pages aren't loading, the problem may be on the provider's side, not the phone's settings.
Security and privacy features when connecting
In modern versions of Android and MIUI The use of random functions MAC-This means that every time you connect to a new network, the phone is presented to the router under a fictitious ID, hiding the real hardware device.
This increases privacy because network administrators can't track your device's movements across multiple access points, but in home networks with parental control or filtering settings. MAC-This function can cause problems.
⚠️ Note: If your home router is configured to work only with trusted MAC-In this case, the network settings on the phone must select "Use" in the settings of the network on the phone. MAC-address».
For type-switching MAC-Click on the gear next to the network name in the saved list, find the item “Privacy” or “Type” MAC» You can choose the right option, and you can't connect to public networks without using them. VPN, As the data transmitted can be intercepted.
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Use the “Wi-Fi Assistant” feature in Xiaomi settings. It automatically disables the wireless connection if the Internet speed drops below a certain threshold, switching traffic to the mobile network.
Resetting network settings as a radical method
If none of the above methods worked, and Xiaomi’s phone categorically refuses to work with Wi-Fi correctly, there may have been a deep software glitch in the communication module.
This operation will not affect your personal files, photos or contacts, it will return to factory values only Bluetooth, mobile Internet and Wi-Fi, all saved passwords will be deleted and you will have to re-enter them.
You can reset via the Settings menu → Connection and Sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile networks and Bluetooth. Confirm the action and wait for the modules to reboot. After that, the phone will be as new as network connections.
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Network reset is a secure procedure that often resolves problems with Wi-Fi module sticking or receiving errors. IP-addresses without affecting the user's personal data.
After a reset, it is recommended to update the system to the latest version immediately, as manufacturers often release patches that fix the wireless drivers.